Borealis lanza rLLDPE con 85 % reciclado posconsumo para empaque flexible

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

Borealis presenta un avance técnico para el empaque flexible sustentable: un rLLDPE ideal para películas sopladas, con bajo contenido de gel y balance mecánico.

Production Machining's April 2025 News Highlights

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Production Machining’s April 2025 news highlights include key leadership appointments, industry events and more.

Mastercam Appoints Company President

Chris Pasion | Modern Machine Shop

Acting as the interim president since December 2024, Russ Bukowski has been chosen to lead the company through its next phase of growth and expansion.

Haas Automation estudia impacto de aranceles

Mauricio Pineda | Modern Machine Shop México

Ante el tema de los aranceles, Haas Automation, indicó que las máquinas-herramienta son esenciales para toda la infraestructura de manufactura en Estados Unidos.

Metal and Polymer Molding, Additive Manufacturing and MoldMaking All Under One Roof

Jim Callari | Plastics Technology

From metal molding to polymer molding, additive manufacturing to moldmaking, material selection to formulation, prototyping to production, PTI Tech has emerged as a one-stop molding shop.

Advancements to Metering, Mixing Equipment

| Products Finishing

Carlisle Fluid Technologies’ Chloe Lu says tracking and monitoring maintenance as well as cloud-based troubleshooting are key advancements in meter and mixer equipment. 

How 3D Printing Supports Toolmaking Workforce at This Multiscale Molder

Stephanie Hendrixson | MoldMaking Technology

At more than a century old, General Pattern has seen multiple evolutions in its business — the latest of which is the embrace of additive manufacturing technologies for mold tooling and beyond.
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Mastercam Appoints Company President

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Acting as the interim president since December 2024, Russ Bukowski has been chosen to lead the company through its next phase of growth and expansion.

Additive Manufacturing Without Direct Powder Contact

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

ADDiTEC’s LPBF platform cleans printed parts in a controlled environment.

Actividad industrial creció en febrero de 2025

| Modern Machine Shop México

Con cifras desestacionalizadas, la actividad industrial avanzó un 2.5 % en febrero de 2025 con respecto al mes anterior.

HII Installs First Additively Manufactured Valve Manifold Assembly on Aircraft Carrier

Jann Bond | Additive Manufacturing

The assembly reflects the shipyard’s pursuit of all opportunities to support construction using additive manufacturing.

“Turning” the Tables: 10 Must-Read Articles to Sharpen Your Lathe Game

Cara Ready | Production Machining

From complex Swiss-type lathes to turning basics, we’ve rounded up 10 turning articles for both beginners and advanced machinists.

Starrag Machining Center Handles Heavy Parts in Compact Footprint

Chris Pasion | Production Machining

Starrag’s Heckert H100 compact machine is well suited for large parts and, with a loading weight of 8,818 lb (4,000 kg), is also suitable for heavy parts that would otherwise have to be machined on a large machining center. 

AkzoNobel, Signify Extend Powder Coatings Relationship

Jenn Cammel | Products Finishing

AkzoNobel is extending the supply of its Interpon powder coatings to Signify, building on a shared commitment to sustainability.

Luxury Watchmaker Uses 3D Printing to Enable Production in Small Quantities

Jessica Pompili | Additive Manufacturing

London-based Apiar is leveraging AM and local partnerships to design and produce 3D printed watches for the luxury customer in smaller quantities — with entirely outsourced labor. 

recoSTAR dynamic permite usar PEAD reciclado 100 % en envases

Marcela Castro | Plastics Technology México

La tecnología recoSTAR dynamic permite convertir residuos plásticos posconsumo en PEAD reciclado apto para contacto alimenticio.

HTMS advances CMC strategy through LC3 project, EV battery box feasibility studies

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

LC3 project with Cranfield University and EV material development program with Raeon aim to develop a CMC supply chain in the U.K.

Canatu, Denso sign agreement to improve CNT performance

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Denso, one of Canatu’s largest shareholders and an automotive supplier, will help height Canatu’s CNT performance, develop CNT reactors and advance its practical applications.

Siemens Energy installs 21-MW offshore turbine prototype, reports say

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Numerous sources indicate that Siemens Gamesa may be making headway with a previously noted 21-MW wind turbine with a 276-meter rotor which would put it ahead of competitors.

Kia, Bcomp bring circular composites to Concept EV2 vehicle

Grace Stubbins | CompositesWorld

Kia Corp.’s latest entry-level electric vehicle anticipated for launch in 2026 showcases ampliTex bio-based materials, highlighting the potential for sustainable interior solutions in everyday vehicles. 

Cooling System Saves Energy Directly In The Mold

Angela Osborne | Plastics Technology

Hasco’s Cooling Tornado offers simplified installation and quick retrofits, and also enables customized shortening, further supporting uncomplicated installation on existing systems.

ANIPAC celebra feria virtual sobre plásticos y reciclaje

Suset Carlos Campos | Plastics Technology México

La feria “Los plásticos en tu vida” de ANIPAC regresa en 2025 con charlas sobre sostenibilidad, reciclaje y economía circular, con apoyo de empresas líderes.